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For New Sellers: A Behind-the-Scenes Look at What a PE Firm Looks for in a B2B Company

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What is it like to source M&A deals with a focus on B2B software technology companies? Mahmoud Hmouz answers this question and many more as he discusses what a PE firm looks for when sourcing companies to consider for acquisition. He offers insights into the metrics a PE firm first looks at, gives advice for entrepreneurs on preparing for a "first date" conversation with a potential investor, and the importance of being honest about what an owner wants and mapping that to what an investor has to offer.

What You'll Learn

  • Success Stories: Discussion on how this PE firm impacts the companies they have acquired with examples of some of their platform and tuck-in acquisitions.
  • Enticing Numbers: Details on some of the key metrics private equity looks for in businesses, including growth, retention, and profitability.
  • Good First Impression: Tips on what common mistakes sellers make in initial conversations that can waste time or damage relationships and how to avoid them.
  • Growth and Evolution: The importance of experimentation, open-mindedness, and addressing inertia to continuously improve growth strategies.

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